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I am delighted to showcase a graduate of the Institute of Technical Education (ITE), Syafiq Lee, in Episode 23.
Syafiq tells us his early influences in cooking and what made him decide to pursue it full time. He also reveals his hunger to succeed stems from the desire to dispel the myth about the ITE acronym and the fact that he was almost rejected for admission at College West.
He now holds a Bachelors Degree in Gastronomy and Restaurant Management from the Institute of Paul Bocuse (Lyon, France). Syafiq shares why the constant drilling, the long working hours, his course mates, the &%*%^! In the kitchen and of coz his lecturers at the ITE have made the Chef and the man he is today.
The Man Utd fan also shares his experiences winning the Gold and Silver Awards at the Food Hotel Malaysia Competition and also the little known fact that he was the winner of the Cleo Bachelor Competition in 2019!
Syafiq’s story hits the peak when he shares his experience of starting his own stall called Burgs by Project Warung with a couple of friends. From the start-up , to the highs of hitting $80k in revenue and to the lows of losing his friends at the end - absolutely riveting and you can feel the pain in his voice as he speaks about his regret on the failed partnership.

There is always a silver lining though - Syafiq is now the founder of Ashes Burnnit - Selling Gourmet Hawker Burgers! He tells me why people should patronise Ashes Burnnit, how they are absolutely killing it and also his plans for the future.
Syafiq Lee’s story is one for the underdog and the never-say-die attitude of fighters who know their targets and how to achieve them! I dedicate this Episode to the good people at the Institute of Technical Education who had a big say in Syafiq’s development.

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Stepping off the field and into the boardroom, Sidney Kumar, former National rugby player and current GM of the Singapore Rugby Union, joins us to trace the arc of his career in the sport that shaped his life. From the vibrant tales of his formative years, juggling multiple CCAs with a mischievous streak, to the demanding yet fulfilling life of a national athlete, Sidney paints a vivid picture of his evolution both on and off the rugby pitch. Our conversation dives into the heart of rugby, revealing profound lessons of respect and camaraderie that mark the sport's enduring culture.
Sidney's story is not just about personal glory; it's about the commitment and sacrifices that come with representing your country, a sentiment any dedicated athlete can resonate with. We also wander into the lesser-spoken-about aspects of the sport: the myths, the inclusivity, and the emotional journey from the pinnacle highs to the devastating lows of national team selection.
In the final strides of our session, Sidney takes us through the pivotal moments of his post-playing career. From launching Spotify Kids—an initiative to bring sports to children—to eventually taking the helm at the Singapore Rugby Union.
The essence of our discussion is clear: the hustle for the love of rugby never fades, and for Sidney Kumar, it's about passing on that passion to the next generation, one tackle at a time. Tune in for an episode that's as full of heart as a Haka chant.

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Debra Teng wears many hats. Actress, producer, director, Life Coach, corporate trainer, architect....etc
In this latest episode, Debra shares her life story, well a tiny bit of it. She reveals the spark that ignited her love for acting and how she went about fulfilling her dream. She talks about her work in theatre and her directorial experience. The multi talented actress also shares why she took up architecture in school and her experience working that left her drained.
Don’t miss Debra speaking about the issue of sexual harassment as she recollected her ordeal when she was just 15! That experience and of coz the need to educate the masses of this issue kickstarted the “Under the Carpet” YouTube series, in conjunction with the Me Too movement e few years back.

All these and more! Enjoy.

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You don’t wanna miss Episode 54 and this revealing conversation with Eileeen Chai!
At 7, she represented Spore at the SEA Games in gymnastics! At 9, she left for China on her own to pursue her dreams of achieving an Olympic medal.
At 13, she won a Bronze at the SEA Games in Gymnastics despite having fractured her elbow a month before! At 15, she broke the National Age Group record for the sprint Hurdles.
At 16 she won gold at the Asia Pacific Diving Competition and named the Best Diver by the Spore Amateur Swimming Association
At 21, she picked up the Violin and she is now a Music Teacher and performer. She holds a Performance Diploma in Violin.
Now all that pursuit of success at an early age came at a price. Eileen was diagnosed with Social Performance Anxiety and she shares intimate details of her experiences going through it and how she fought and overcame this battle.
Eileen also performs at the end. Her own composition - “Anything is Possible” and “Sweet Child O Mine”.
Catch Episode 54 to find out more about Eileen’s journey. U don’t wanna miss it!

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Fairuuz Saleh is the Clinical Director and Physiotherapist at PhysioSports Pte Ltd. He holds a Masters Degree in Physiotherapy from the University of Melbourne. He tells me why physiotherapy, and the path that he took to being one - a role he has been playing since 1997!
Well known in the professional football scene here, he shares the role he plays in the rehabilitation of athletes and the importance of a proper physiotherapy program in the recovery process of an athlete.
Fairuuz is candid in his thoughts and also shares his opinion on why professional sports teams should engage full time physiotherapists and the relationship that he has with coaches.
Enjoy this Episode with the affable Fairuuz.
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